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strike2026-05-08 09:16 UTC🇷🇺 Building of “Aeronavigation of Southern Russia” in Rostov (Rostov-on-Don), Russia

Drone reportedly hits Southern Russia Aeronavigation building in Rostov-on-Don, disrupting air traffic

Drone reportedly hits Southern Russia Aeronavigation building in Rostov-on-Don, disrupting air traffic

A Telegram post claims a Ukrainian UAV struck the “Aeronavigation of Southern Russia” building in Rostov-on-Don, described as a key regional air-traffic management center. The post says airspace over southern Russia was largely emptied and multiple airports were closed under NOTAM restrictions through 11 May.

DETAILS
Type
strike
Occurred
2026-05-08 09:16
Reported
2026-05-08
Location
Building of “Aeronavigation of Southern Russia” in Rostov (Rostov-on-Don), Russia
Coordinates
47.2610, 39.7249
Confidence
58 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT

Reported impact on an air-navigation/air-traffic management facility; claimed widespread flight disruptions and airport closures, but no verified physical damage details provided.

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